I blog about my jewelry inspirations. Readers will find that various elements of nature are my inspirations. Of course, I include jewelry making tips. This blog also includes some of my favorite Etsy shops, bead shops and jewelry customers.

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Cats and Zen

Cats Were Popular in Ancient Egypt

In making jewelry, I have found that there is a zen to the process. First there is the inspiration. My inspiration for a necklace that I made this month came from my recent trip to Great Britain. Most folks who know me are well aware of the fact that I love cats. At present, I have 3 Siamese cats. When I was in the British Museum in London, I came across the gorgeous cat. She reminded me of the one of kind, custom cat focal bead that I have had for several years. I had been meaning to make it into a necklace, but never got around to it. When I got home from the trip and was going through my photos, I discovered the cat once again and I realized that now was the time to make it. I had finally collected all of the special pieces that were need to make this whimsical necklace.

There are several whimsical details incorporated into this necklace like a fish charm that dangles from the cat and a fish clasp. Sterling silver chain and gray freshwater pearls add to the rich look of the necklace. I love to use freshwater pearls in my jewelry. I added crystals and some tiny sterling silver beads for some sparkle.

Whimsical Cat Necklace by Bay Moon Design

I had the cat focal piece and fish charm for several years. They were purchased before the price of silver sky rocketed. Next , I found these beautiful gray freshwater pearls. This year I located the fish clasp from another Etsy shop in Canada. When I finally decided I had all of the ingredients that I needed for my cat necklace, I purchased the sterling silver chain from my favorite bead store Sparkles in Newark, Delaware. There is definitely a zen to jewelry making. It wasn't until I had all the raw ingredients and the inspiration that I created this one of a kind necklace for a cat lover.

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